Amanda Batula’s courageous decision to share her battle with depression on Summer House captivated viewers, but it was her husband Kyle Cooke’s unwavering support that truly stole the spotlight. In an exclusive interview with Page Six at Stagwell’s Sport Beach studios during Cannes Lions 2025, the Loverboy founder opened up about how he stepped up to help Batula navigate her mental health journey, revealing a deeply empathetic side of himself that fans may not have anticipated.
Cooke, 42, explained that supporting Batula, 33, went beyond emotional encouragement—it required action. “I think sometimes people not only need support but they almost need a push in a certain direction,” he shared. When Batula confided in him about her struggles and her attempts to seek help through an app-based service, Cooke grew concerned that she might not be receiving the right treatment. “We weren’t positive she was on the right medication,” he said, “so I helped find another doctor.”
Batula, the designer behind Amanda Batula Swim, acknowledged her husband’s efforts with gratitude—and a touch of humor. “He’s been super helpful,” she said, before playfully adding, “for the most part.”
Cooke’s insight into Batula’s needs stemmed from his own experiences with mental health challenges. Reflecting on his past, the Bravo star revealed that he had faced similar struggles during his youth. “I remember it like yesterday,” Cooke said, recalling a difficult period in ninth grade when he felt “very lost, very depressed.” Though he didn’t delve into the specifics, he credited anti-depressants with helping him find balance, an experience that taught him the value of medication and the importance of destigmatizing mental health treatment. “As a kid, I would never talk about this. It was something that I was embarrassed about,” he admitted.
Batula, meanwhile, continues to navigate her mental health with resilience. During the interview, she confessed that she still experiences “good weeks” and “bad weeks,” a reality she accepts as part of her lifelong journey. “I think that’s just what it will be forever, but I’m here, so that’s good,” she said with quiet strength.
For Batula, sharing her story publicly has been both empowering and impactful. “I never thought twice about talking about my depression. I don’t know if I realized there was such a negative stigma about it,” she told Page Six. Having shared so much of her life on Summer House, opening up about her mental health felt like a natural extension of her vulnerability. The response from fans has been overwhelming. “Every day, literally every day, I get messages from men and women, just thanking me for being so open and vulnerable,” she said. “So many people have messaged me that it’s been changing their life, and that’s why I share these things. … I will just continue talking about it with no shame because I don’t think there’s anything to be ashamed of!”
Cooke’s role in Batula’s journey highlights a partnership rooted in compassion and understanding, offering fans a glimpse into a side of the Loverboy entrepreneur that goes beyond his charismatic on-screen persona. His willingness to draw from his own past to support his wife underscores a shared commitment to breaking the stigma around mental health.
As the couple prepares to dive into Season 10 of Summer House, with production set to begin in early July, they remain dedicated to sharing their authentic selves with viewers. Batula and Cooke’s openness—about both their triumphs and their struggles—continues to resonate, proving that vulnerability can be a powerful force for change.